While art leads viewers to see, feel and think outside the box in an open-ended experience, design defines the box. I view my work as a designer as a distinct discipline that utilizes my analytical resources in conjunction with my creativity. To view an edited selection of recent work, please click on any of the categories below. Additional examples are available by request. To discuss working together, please contact me here.
Often while working on magazines and reports I have had to design within tight parameters of existing branding styles, and sometimes I have to combine branding styles of two different organizations who are collaborating on the project. I find this can require the most creativity and I find it incredibly rewarding. I also enjoy analyzing the content and helping the authors communicate it more effectively, using layout, informational graphics, and sometimes assisting with copy editing. The projects are highly collaborative and very enjoyable to work on.
Who doesn't judge a book by its cover? Among my favorite work, I love helping authors make a great first impression with an impactful, beautiful cover that appeals to potential readers.
I love the challenge of creating a logo–capturing the essence of an organization or product in one clean, elegant image that can work across applications. My designs are clean and minimal but also incorporate hand-drawn elements where needed.
My packaging clients have been makers of artisanal foods. In order to convey the characteristics of hand made, high quality, and natural ingredients my designs utilize earthy color palettes and hand drawings.
Adding a dynamic dimension to design, branding videos can take corporate storytelling to the next level. The following examples were created for Maine Cottage, a high-end furniture company, to launch a new collection of colors and fabrics that I specified and designed.
From fundraisers to weddings, event announcements tend to be more playful. Hand illustrations and color palettes communicate not just the theme, but also the tone of the event.
